SWANSON, Murray Ralph.  Retired NZ Police dog handler.  Suddenly at Wellington dialysis unit on Sunday 13 December 2020, aged 76 years.  Beloved husband and soul mate of Gail. Much loved father and father-in-law of Craig (dec) and Sarah, Grant and Annette. Much loved pop of Brandon, Ben, Oliver, Imogen and Joshua.  Our special thanks to the doctors and nurses at Wellington and Kenepuru dialysis units who have looked after Murray over the years. Thank you also to Wgtn Free Ambulance for their support.  A service to celebrate Murray’s life is to be held at Cedarwood, 17 Parata St, Waikanae on Thursday 17 December, at 2:00pm.  In lieu of flowers, donations to Wgtn Free Ambulance are appreciated and can be left at the service.